Lynnwood Washington Map

About Lynnwood, Washington

Lynnwood is a locality in Snohomish County, Washington, United States. It has a population of 40,110. The population density is 2007.5 people per km². Lynnwood is located at 47.8209°N, 122.3151°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 98037.

Lynnwood spreads across the rolling hills of Snohomish County, a testament to the gentle way the land settles into the Puget Sound lowlands. It lies 3.0 miles east-north-east of Edmonds, WA (from Edmonds, WA: bearing 76°T), and is situated 4.7 miles north-north-east of Shoreline. Douglas fir and western red cedar stand sentinel on the slopes, their dark green a constant presence against the often-grey sky, while the air carries the crisp, damp scent of evergreen and distant rain. Streets here unfurl like ribbons, connecting neighborhoods where manicured lawns meet the wilder edges of the forest, and the distant hum of traffic on the interstate is a low, persistent murmur, a reminder of the larger world pressing in. In the late afternoon, the light slants through the trees, casting long shadows that deepen the greens and browns, and a quiet energy begins to stir as people emerge from homes and offices, their movements unhurried, carrying the day's work with them into the evening. The character of Lynnwood is a blend of modern growth and roots that reach back to the agricultural past of the valley. Originally settled by homesteaders drawn by the fertile soil, the area retains echoes of that agrarian heritage, though the landscape is now largely defined by suburban sprawl and thriving commercial centers. The local economy is a dynamic mix, with a strong presence in retail, technology, and services, drawing workers from a wide radius. While Lynnwood itself doesn't boast a major natural landmark within its immediate borders, it serves as a convenient gateway to the vast natural beauty of the Cascade Mountains to the east and the saltwater shores of Puget Sound to the west, offering residents and visitors alike easy access to hiking trails, boating, and the abundant marine life of the region. The city’s development reflects a steady, determined expansion, a place that has grown not by dramatic leaps, but by a consistent, organic spread, absorbing the surrounding terrain into its ever-widening embrace.

About This Lynnwood Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Lynnwood, Washington — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 47.82093, -122.315131. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Lynnwood and Snohomish County.

Detailed location data for Lynnwood includes the ZIP code (98036), telephone area code (206, 253), county seat of Snohomish County (Everett), and school district assignment (Edmonds School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Lynnwood is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.